Target Security Specialist

Target•Indianapolis, IN

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Target Security Specialist helps keep guests, team members, and the Target brand safe and secure. The role supports profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks and preventing, investigating, and resolving theft and fraud. Specialists use intelligence-led tactics, respond to safety and security incidents, support crisis response and crowd management, de-escalate situations, recover stolen merchandise, use video surveillance, and document cases in case-management systems. The position also supports guests and team members on the sales floor and at the front of the store, helps maintain store security, and works with Asset Protection leadership to carry out shortage-prevention plans. The work is active and guest-facing in a busy retail setting. It requires a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays, regular attendance, climbing ladders, apprehending subjects in accordance with company policy, and frequently lifting or moving merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds. The starting hourly rate is $18.00.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet any state or local licensure and other legal requirements related to the position.
Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and team members.
Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
Ability to climb up and down ladders.
Ability to apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy.
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 40 pounds.
Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

Welcome and engage guests and team members at the front of the store and on the sales floor; help guests find products in-store and online.
Assess and maintain safe and secure standards throughout the store, including exterior property.
Respond to and accurately document security incidents.
Use escalation tools appropriately to address guest issues and maintain a safe environment.
Conduct merchandise recoveries and provide apprehension support as needed, following Asset Protection policies, procedures, and leadership guidance.
Perform receipt checks for exposed high-dollar merchandise to help prevent theft and shortage at the front of the store.
Submit incident documentation in the system in accordance with Asset Protection policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately use the video system.
Train team members on merchandise protection and audit execution.
Teach team members about operational shortage-focus opportunities as directed by Asset Protection leadership.
Execute shortage action plans established by Asset Protection leadership.
Model safe work practices and maintain a clean store.
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guests’ needs.
Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
Perform other duties based on business needs.